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Moderate FODMAP

Tomato Sauce

Portion-sensitive at the portion shown below.

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CategoryDips & Sauces
The useful answer

Tomato Sauce and the low FODMAP diet

Tomato sauce simmers tomato puree with herbs, oil, and sometimes sugar to create a versatile base. Tomatoes contain negligible fermentable carbohydrates and remain highly compatible with sensitive digestion. Traditional recipes occasionally incorporate onion, garlic, or high-fructose stabilizers that increase fructan load during simmering. Commercial preparations frequently add sugar, wheat thickeners, or high-fructose stabilizers to extend shelf life. Omitting alliums and verifying simple ingredients ensures safer consumption.
Listed portion

1/2 cup / 125ml

Portion size can change a FODMAP result. Treat this as the context for the range—not a personal tolerance guarantee.

FODMAP group

Group information helps organize reintroduction challenges and possible stacking.

Preparation & context

What can change the result?

Simmer tomato puree with olive oil, basil, and a small amount of brown rice syrup to eliminate fresh allium triggers. Avoid commercial jars that list onion powder or high-fructose corn syrup near the top of the ingredient panel to maintain purity. Heat gently and stir frequently to prevent scorching and preserve bright red color and fresh flavor.
Common questions

About Tomato Sauce

Is Tomato Sauce low FODMAP?

Tomato Sauce is currently listed as moderate FODMAP in this database. The result should be read with the listed portion: 1/2 cup / 125ml.

Does portion size matter?

Yes. FODMAP load depends on quantity and can also be affected by other foods eaten in the same meal.

Can everyone with IBS tolerate it?

No food result predicts individual tolerance. A dietitian can help interpret symptoms, portions, and reintroduction challenges.

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